Guy Benson: Is the Democrats’ Socialist makeover a death wish?

Published June 3, 2026 11:23am ET | Updated June 3, 2026 1:12pm ET



Washington Examiner columnist Guy Benson argued the growing success of socialist-aligned candidates and organizations is forcing a reckoning within the Democratic Party.

As Democratic primary candidates, including Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), backed by groups such as the Democratic Socialists of America and Working Families Party continue to gain traction, Benson said two major trends are driving the movement’s success.

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